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Color Your World
in

Orleans County!

© Richard Miller

estled along 25 scenic miles of the historic Erie Canal Orleans County also bursts with the colors of harvest.
Nand Lake Ontario’s southern shoreline, Orleans Farmers’ markets, roadside stands and pick-your-own
County is where small-town charm meets big adventure. orchards overflow with produce. Deep red apples, purple
Just a short drive from Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Rochester and plums, golden corn and bright orange pumpkins create a
the Finger Lakes, the county is a vivid mix of history, culture feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Drive the countryside
and natural beauty. and you’ll pass golden sunflower fields, orchards heavy
The county bursts with character at every turn. Rolling with fruit, and farms that show off the bounty of the land.
farmland, sparkling waterways and historic villages invite Every bite tells the story of a place rooted in agricultural
exploration. Wander down a Main Street, take a country tradition and nourished by the fertile soils of the Great
road or pause at a roadside market, and you’ll discover Lakes.
sights, flavors and experiences that make the county Outdoor enthusiasts will find adventure in every shade
unforgettable. of the season. The legendary Oak Orchard River, known
History and artistry blend in Orleans County’s villages. locally as the Oak, offers year-round excitement for anglers
Nineteenth-century buildings crafted from locally quarried pursuing king salmon, coho, brown trout, steelhead, lake
Medina sandstone glow in warm reds and soft pinks, while trout, Atlantic salmon and shimmering rainbow trout.
cobblestone structures add a timeless charm. Murals tell Whether on guided trips, lake charters, or solo excursions,
local stories in bold colors, and seasonal celebrations bring each season brings new reasons to return.
red, white and blue to life across the community. When it’s time to rest, Orleans County welcomes
Nature adds its own brilliance. Fiery orange sunsets every traveler. Boutique hotels, waterfront cabins along
set Lake Ontario ablaze, turning the shoreline into a scene the canal or lakeshore, well-known hotels and family-
you’ll never forget. On rare nights, the sky shimmers with friendly campgrounds make it easy to pause and soak in
auroras in greens, purples, and pinks, a dazzling display the scenery.
that feels almost otherworldly. When the northern lights Use this guide to plan your trip and experience the full
aren’t dancing, the Oak Orchard Lighthouse Lightshow spectrum of Orleans County. Every taste, every view and
offers its own spectacle, with colorful lights and music every moment paints a memory you’ll treasure forever.
creating a relaxing, magical experience.

Let “Orly Ox” be Your Guide!
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n preparation for its 200 anniversary, the This year’s travel guide features a few of his
th
IOrleans County Bicentennial Committee adventures, chronicling his amazing experiences
adopted the mighty ox as it’s bicentennial mascot on pages 8-9. We invite you to follow Orly on social
and subsequently created “Orly” (read about his media:
history on page 7.) Throughout the year, Orly has facebook.com/orleanscountytourism
scoured the county highlighting events, attractions Instagram & Tik Tok: @OrlytheOx
and unique features that make up Orleans County
while making new friends.

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